Kampung Alai is a traditional Malay village located about 8 kilometres south of Melaka town centre. 'Alai' is the name of a tree, which was how the village got its name. This village of modest size boasts a population of approximately two thousand, in 500 houses. Some of these houses are enrolled in the Kampung ... continue reading »

With the theme "For Our Culture, Nature and Future", Karnival Citrarasa Homestay Malaysia 2016 was launched on 5th November, 2016, with much fanfare by guest-of-honour, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture Y.B. Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin. The homestay carnival, which was hosted for three days from 4th to 6th November, at Jalan Kota, Bandar Hilir in ... continue reading »

As a teetotaller, I hardly set foot in a bar but when I was exploring Kuala Lumpur, particularly the F&B scene in Changkat Bukit Bintang, and the opportunity came up, I thought, "Why not?" And so, the venue for the night was Nagaba, as you can see from these photos. I did not, however, touch a ... continue reading »

How embarrassing for me that I have only just discovered Coliseum Café Kuala Lumpur even though this establishment has been recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the “Longest Operating Western Colonial-Themed Restaurant”. Established in 1921, the café is already 95 years old and is still going strong. During my lunch at this iconic Coliseum ... continue reading »

What does all work and no play make Jack and Jill? Dull, of course! And so, on a recent trip to explore Kuala Lumpur's attractions, our host, Tourism Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, organised a laser battle tournament! Laser Battle, which is located in Berjaya Times Square, is said to offer Southeast Asia's most advanced laser tag game, ... continue reading »

Sino Scene Chinese Restaurant located at Level 6 of Swiss-Garden Residences Kuala Lumpur offers a brand new holistic culinary journey to diners. Headed by Sino Scene's Master Chef, Chef Alex Choong, Sino Scene is a restaurant that offers an infusion of modern and classic Hong Kong and Szechuan cuisine. Chef Alex is the master of authentic Hong ... continue reading »

Strategically located in the heart of capital city Kuala Lumpur, between the bustling Bukit Bintang and colourful Chinatown, this four-star hotel and residences offer business and leisure travellers a refined experience. The well-appointed guests rooms (296 rooms for hotel and 478 units of residences) are equipped with modern amenities for the ultimate ambience. For your information, Swiss-Garden ... continue reading »